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Rob M.
50 Gift Ideas from the Kitchen
Nov 27, 2012 at 5:23 pm |
Photo by: theKitchn.com

Looking for fun gift ideas for co-workers, neighbors, and friends? How about something you made yourself in the kitchen? The following list is a compilation of 50 do-it-yourself gift ideas that you can create with simple ingredients and equipment in your own kitchen.

SNACKS AND SWEETS:
  • Ambrosia Macaroons - Coconut-orange Macaroons.
  • Almond Toffee - Delicious and easy, simple ingredients.
  • Bacon and Cashew Caramel Corn - a classic, plus bacon!
  • Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles
  • Candied Citrus Peels -
  • Caramel Lollipops - Pecan and cranberry with caramel.
  • Chewy Chocolate Cream Sandwich Cookies
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Cheescake Bites - Rich, no-bake, chewy morsels.
  • Chocolate-Dipped Beer Marshmallows with Crushed Pretzel Garnish
  • Chocolate Mint Truffle Cups
  • Cranberry and Orange Granola - Granola and candied orange peel.
  • Fruit Jellies - Citrus jellies in a variety of colors and flavors.
  • Gingerbread Truffles - Chocolate truffles mixed with holiday spices and flavors.
  • Holiday Biscotti with Cranberries and Pistachios
  • Holiday Granola
  • Homemade Cracker Jacks - Classic popcorn coated in caramel.
  • Merry Meringue Sandwich Cookies
  • Peppermint Layer Cookies - Old fashioned layer cookies.
  • Salted Chocolate-Pecan Toffee
  • Savory Spiced Pecans - Pecans roasted with Worcestershire and spices.
  • Savory Spiced Shortbreads - Curry flavored shortbreads.
  • Skillet Toffee
  • Sweet-Hot Spiced Pecans
  • White Chocolate Dipped Strawberries with Citrus Sugar


    DRINKS:
  • Chai Tea Mix
  • Citrus Infused Vodka
  • Classic Cocoa Mix in a Jar
  • DIY Cider Mulling Spices - Add spices to hot water for a nice winter cider.
  • Homemade Cocktail Mixers
  • Homemade Milk Liqueur
  • Malted Cocoa Mix from Alton Brown
  • Mexican Cocoa
  • Mocha Cocoa
  • Orange Bitters
  • Peppermint Stick Cocoa


    BREAD AND BATTER MIXES:
  • Buckwheat and Amaranth Muffin Mix
  • Oatmeal Buttermilk Blueberry Pancake Mix
  • Quick Bread in a Bottle - Dry bread ingredients mixed and measured in a bottle.


    UNIQUE KITCHEN ITEMS:
  • Boozy Olives - olives marinated in spirits.
  • Citrus Salt
  • Cranberry Citrus Relish
  • Harissa - Fiery paste used in Tunisian cuisine.
  • Homemade Vinaigrette
  • How to Make Flavored Salts
  • Lemon Olive Oil
  • Marinated Goat Cheese
  • Pili Pili - Spicy Herb Oil.
  • Sweet Peppers in Oil
  • Walnut Thyme Honey


    FOR THE PETS:
  • Homemade Doggie Treats


    • Like this?
    5.00 (1 ratings)
    Kellie D. (Dec 1, 2012 at 3:00 am)
    Great list! Thanks! I'm going to make and give the granola and quick bread in a jar.
    (Rob M.)
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